ORD · Chicago, IL
Chicago Airport Car Rental
From the Loop to the Dunes and Lake Geneva — an ORD rental widens the map.
Car rental at O'Hare International Airport
Downtown Chicago runs on the 'L', but the region rewards a car: the Indiana Dunes, Lake Geneva, Milwaukee and the long Lake Michigan shoreline are all easy drives. A rental from O'Hare turns a city break into a Midwest tour.
O'Hare connects to its consolidated rental facility by the free Airport Transit System train, so pickup is quick despite the airport's size. Call ahead to lock your rate and get a car ready for Chicago winters or summer road trips.
Where to pick up your car at ORD
ORD rentals are at the Multi-Modal Facility, reached by the free Airport Transit System (ATS) train from all terminals — a step-free ride that avoids the terminal roadways.
Rental tips for Chicago
- Winter travelers: confirm all-season or winter tires and factor extra time for de-icing and snow.
- I-PASS toll roads ring the metro; a transponder-equipped car avoids mailed invoices.
- Downtown parking and hotel garages are pricey — consider renting only for out-of-city days.
- The ATS train is faster than a rideshare between the terminals and the rental facility; use it.
Great drives near Chicago
Indiana Dunes National Park
About an hour southeast along Lake Michigan.
Lake Geneva, WI
90 minutes north for the lakeside resort towns.
Milwaukee
A 90-minute drive north for museums and the lakefront.
ORD car rental FAQs
Do I need a car in Chicago?
The 'L' and Metra cover the city and airport well, so many visitors skip a car downtown. A rental shines for day trips — the Dunes, Lake Geneva, Milwaukee — or if you're staying in the suburbs.
How do I reach the ORD rental center?
Ride the free Airport Transit System (ATS) train from any terminal to the Multi-Modal Facility. It's step-free and faster than driving between the terminals.
Are winter rentals at O'Hare equipped for snow?
Our agents will confirm all-season or winter tires for cold-weather travel and remind you to budget time for de-icing. Just mention your dates when you call.
